In today’s episode, you’ll discover what extremely smart introverts use to increase influence exponentially and take control over the energy in the room.

In this episode, Laura Camacho breaks down a powerful communication move used by the Treasury Secretary that shifted the energy during U.S.-China trade talks—proving that introverts can command any room by using the right kind of metaphor.

If you’re a high performer trying to get noticed without becoming someone you’re not, this one’s for you.

By the end of today’s episode you’ll know:

🚀A superior way to communicate complexity with clarity to make your ideas stand out

💰Get Laura’s secret trick for finding the perfect analogy to own the energy in any room

✅ How good metaphors can build instant trust and authority—even when you’re not the loudest voice

To set up a quick call to see if the Executive Presence Mastery System is right for you click here.

Press play now to discover how smart introverts shift power dynamics with subtle, strategic communication moves that spark recognition and respect.

So if you feel underestimated in negotiations, boardrooms, or client conversations—but you want to step up and become a strategic communicator who shifts the energy in the room and speaks with moral authority… that’s why we created the Executive Presence Mastery System. It’s designed to give high-performing introverts like you the persuasive tools to lead, influence, and command respect—without pretending to be someone you’re not.

Click the first link in the show notes or go to www.speakupwithlaura.com and choose a time that works for you. 

For more information visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. Our Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morning.

In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders and executives learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. 

By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.

In today’s episode you’ll discover the exact kinds of communication that get buy in for any AI or other transformation you’re implementing

In this eye-opening episode, we explore why so many digital transformation efforts fail—not because the tech is broken, but because leaders skip the most critical element: trust. If you're a high-performing professional navigating AI adoption, you’ll learn why communicating the why behind your initiatives is more important than the how, and what it really takes to turn skepticism into support.

To chat with Laura to see if her Executive Presence Mastery System is right for you click here.

By the end of today’s episode you’ll know:

🔥How to lead with purpose and storytelling to get team buy-in for AI adoption.

✔️What it means to lead at the Right Altitude to adjust your communication style and level of detail to suit your audience

🚀The overlooked reason digital initiatives fail—and how to fix it with one leadership shift.

Press play now to discover how smart leaders are transforming AI anxiety into opportunity—by focusing less on data and more on people.

If you’d like to assess your own communication through an Executive Presence checklist I created, it's waiting for you here. My compliments. It goes through the 10 qualities that make up executive presence that are essential for success as a senior executive.

For more information visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. Our Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morning.

About our guest:

Steve Lucas, three-time CEO and author of Digital Impact, speaks directly to this moment. He has held CEO and senior executive roles at some of the world’s leading cloud organizations, including Marketo, iCIMS, Adobe, SAP, Salesforce and BusinessObjects. Led both Marketo and iCIMS’ growth and transformation as CEO, driving successful multi-billion-dollar acquisitions and billion-dollar strategic investments for both organizations.

As a type 1 diabetic, Steve dedicates time to raising awareness, education and funds to find a cure. Served on the boards of the American Diabetes Association and Children’s Diabetes Foundation.

In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders and executives learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. 

By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.

In today’s episode, discover why when you share a great idea in a meeting, someone is repeating it louder and getting all the credit...

If you’re a high-performing introvert (including social introverts), this episode uncovers the hidden psychology behind why your ideas often go unnoticed—costing you influence, visibility, and leadership opportunities.

Learn why louder voices dominate and how you can reclaim credit without changing who you are.

Want personalized help to elevate your communication? Click here to book a chat about our Executive Presence Mastery System.

By the end of this short episode you’ll know:

🧬The neuroscience behind idea misattribution—and how it unfairly targets introverts.

3️⃣A simple 3-part system to ensure your ideas are heard, remembered, and attributed to you.

🎶Strategies to protect your confidence and build real influence in meetings and beyond.

Listen now to learn how to make your voice count and finally get the recognition your ideas deserve.

If this resonates, it’s time to take action. You don’t have to navigate this alone. Our Executive Presence Mastery System is designed for professionals like you—quietly brilliant contributors who want to be recognized without compromising who they are. This program helps you identify your specific pattern disruptors—those subtle habits or workplace dynamics holding you back—and gives you tailored strategies to own your impact.

Head to www.speakupwithlaura.com or click here to set up a strategic conversation with Laura and see if the Executive Presence Mastery System is your next step. Don’t let another idea slip through the cracks. You’ve got the brilliance—now let’s make sure the world sees it.

Look to the top of these show notes, click that first link or head over to www.speakupwithlaura.com and find a time that works. Let’s make sure your ideas actually get you the seat you deserve.

Our Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morning.

In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders and executives learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. 

By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.

In today’s episode, you’ll discover how to unlock a simple storytelling trick that makes even your toughest ideas irresistible to any audience.

If you're a high-performing introvert or ambivert aiming to lead with clarity and connection, this episode breaks down the #1 storytelling skill that will elevate your executive presence and influence. Featuring A-list charisma lessons from Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, we explore how to balance charisma with depth—and why it matters now more than ever.

By the end of today’s episode you’ll know:

🔑How to toggle between high-energy visibility and strategic reflection to lead authentically.

🚀The exact type of questions to ask in a conversation that build personal connection and enhance your likability.

🧩 Master the art of simplifying complex ideas into compelling, sticky stories that inspire action.

To set up a quick call to see if the Executive Presence Mastery System is right for you click here.

Tap play now to unlock three practical strategies introverts and ambiverts can use to communicate with more power and presence.

Please check out my free Executive Presence Self Assessment.  This assessment is designed to help you evaluate your executive presence across 10 critical qualities, from communication clarity to poise under pressure. By identifying your strengths and areas for improvement, you'll gain a clearer understanding of how to refine your leadership style. Get your copy here.

For more information visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. Our Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morning.

In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders and executives learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. 

By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.

In today’s episode you’ll discover why some of the smartest, most accomplished people struggle to speak with confidence — and what’s really holding them back.

In this episode, we dive deep into why traditional advice on communication and confidence often backfires for high achievers. You'll learn why early identity patterns impact your leadership voice today, why more self-criticism and overanalysis are sabotaging your progress, and how developing a simple, loving awareness practice can radically shift how you show up in meetings, pitches, and conversations.

To set up a quick call to see if the Executive Presence Mastery System is right for you click here.

By the end of today’s conversation with Mario Lanzarotti you’ll know:

🎯What to do with your speaking speed to instantly command respect, instead of being undermined.

🪝How to create real influence in any room without changing your personality.

🚀Understand why overconsuming information is killing your leadership instincts — and how to reconnect with your natural confidence.

If you're ready to break free from hidden patterns that are undermining your confidence and start speaking with true calm authority, tune into this transformative episode now!

So if you keep finding yourself either freezing in high-stakes meetings or overexplaining to the point you lose your executive audience — and it's leading to frustration and missed opportunities for impact — but what you really want is to communicate with simplicity, emotional intelligence, and real presence... that's exactly why we built the Executive Presence Mastery System.

It gives you the coaching and environment you need to reset your patterns, find your true voice, and build unshakable leadership influence without feeling fake, frantic, or forced. Interested? Go to the top of these notes and, click the first link, or visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. I'd love to show you how you can transform how you show up — not someday, but starting now.

For more information visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. Our Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morning.

About our guest:

Mario Lanzarotti helps high-performing business owners who are thoughtful, brilliant introverts needing to break free from old identity patterns and learning how to express their genius without performance anxiety or post-meeting regret.

Mario found that the more he embraced happiness in the present moment, the more driven he became to succeed.

In 2019, he  sold his business, left New York, and embarked on a global mission to help other entrepreneurs succeed without sacrificing their well-being.

Since then, he has:

✅ Coached over 2,000 business owners worldwide.

✅ Delivered a viral TEDx talk with 2.5 million+ views.

✅ Developed the Zenpreneur Method—a proven approach to scaling your business sustainably.

In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders and executives learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. 

By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.

Are you unknowingly sabotaging your shot at senior leadership every time you speak in meetings?

Even the most brilliant directors and senior managers can miss out on promotions because their communication doesn't match executive expectations. In this episode, Laura Camacho breaks down how subtle messaging missteps can be perceived as insecurity or inexperience by VPs and C-Suite leaders—without anyone ever telling you what went wrong.

Want personalized help to elevate your communication? Click here to book a chat about our Executive Presence Mastery System.

By the end of this short episode you’ll know:

3️⃣The three most common communication traps that derail high performers from advancing.

🛠️ How executives think differently—and how your messaging needs to align.

😳What is happening to you in real time when you get caught in these traps.

If you're ready to start sounding like the senior leader you truly are, listen to this episode and upgrade how you communicate in high-stakes rooms.

If you’re stuck sharing smart ideas but not being heard, questioning your VP readiness. If you’re stuck at the director or senior director level — even though you’ve done the work, led the teams, and have the ideas — but somehow your message just isn’t landing with execs — that’s why I created the Executive Presence Mastery System.

We help smart, strategic people like you cut the fluff, speak with credibility, and finally get seen as C-suite material. Sound like what you need? Look to the top of these show notes, click that first link or head over to www.speakupwithlaura.com and find a time that works. Let’s make sure your ideas actually get you the seat you deserve.

For more information visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. Our Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morning.

In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders and executives learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. 

By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.

Are you an introvert who feels stuck in your career because you don't fit the traditional "outgoing leader" mold?

In this episode, Laura Camacho breaks down how Nicole Shanahan—a self-described introvert from a humble background—became a nationally recognized figure by embracing her quiet charisma. You'll uncover why you don't need a fancy pedigree, how to use your natural strengths to build powerful executive presence, and why speaking less can sometimes influence more.

By the end of today’s episode you’ll know:

🎯Why you don’t need upper class pedigree to mix with powerful American aristocracy like the Kennedy family

🧲How to leverage what you’re already good at to build compelling executive presence

🧩What you can do without saying anything that builds massive influence

Press play now to learn how to command executive presence without faking a louder personality—and finally get the recognition you deserve!

Please check out my free Executive Presence Self Assessment.  This assessment is designed to help you evaluate your executive presence across 10 critical qualities, from communication clarity to poise under pressure. By identifying your strengths and areas for improvement, you'll gain a clearer understanding of how to refine your leadership style. Get your copy here.

For more information visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. Our Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morning.

In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders and executives learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. 

By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.

In today’s episode you’ll discover how you unknowingly lose the respect and attention of ultra high achievers because of how you communicate.

If you've ever struggled to connect with executives, investors, or high-achieving leaders — this episode breaks down why most pitches, presentations, and conversations fail before they even start. Hint: It's not about being impressive. It's about understanding their world.

By the end of today’s episode with guest Jordan Edwards you’ll know:

• How elite performers really communicate — and why less is often more.

• The #1 mindset shift to instantly build trust with busy, high-level professionals.

• How lifestyle choices (yes, like running marathons or traveling in Europe) directly impact your executive presence and leadership confidence.

To chat with Laura to see if her Executive Presence Mastery System is right for you click here.

If you're ready to communicate with clarity, build trust faster, and become the kind of leader people want to follow — hit play and learn how the best do it.

So look, if you find yourself in situations where you're pitching your ideas to ultra high achievers — executives, investors, decision makers — and you keep walking away frustrated because it feels like you're not breaking through or being heard and it's making you feel like maybe you're not cut out for those rooms or those conversations... but deep down you know your ideas deserve a seat at the table... that's exactly why I created my Executive Presence Mastery System.

It's built to help high-achieving professionals like you communicate with clarity, confidence, and executive presence — especially in high-stakes moments. If you're tired of getting overlooked and you're ready to start owning the room — go to the show notes, click the first link you see, or visit www.speakupwithlaura.com and grab a time to chat. I'd love to show you how we can get you speaking like the leader you already are.

For more information visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. Our Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morning

About our guest:

Jordan Edwards  is the founder of Edwards Consulting and Host of the #Clockedin Podcast. Jordan strives to create an exciting life through incredible experiences. From Hiking the Inca Trail to Traveling around the world (25 countries thus far). To Interviewing the Founder of Reebok, Joseph Foster and running the NYC Marathon to name a few. Also, Jordan helps businesses lower merchant processing fees through his relationships with experts in the field. Jordan shares these insights with his audience and clients.

In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders and executives learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. 

By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.

Have you ever felt steamrolled in meetings by domineering executives and wondered how to regain control without starting a conflict?

This episode dives deep into the hidden reasons behind bossy, overbearing behavior and how it threatens collaboration, productivity, and your executive presence — especially for introverted leaders who value thoughtfulness over confrontation.

To chat with Laura to see if her Executive Presence Mastery System is right for you click here.

By the end of today’s episode you’ll know:

3️⃣The top three hidden motivations driving authoritarian behavior.

🔥Actionable techniques to set and enforce boundaries in meetings.

🚀Body language and communication tactics that boost your confidence and authority, both privately and publicly.

Press play now to uncover how you can turn disruptive authority into an asset and create a respectful, collaborative environment where every voice is heard. 

Tired of dominant executives hijacking meetings? The Executive Presence Mastery System helps you assert boundaries and lead confidently. In this intense private coaching program designed to prepare you for successful executive roles, gives you a proven strategy to assert boundaries with even the most overbearing personalities, so you stop feeling overshadowed and finally lead the way you know you're capable of. 

Look to the beginning of these show notes, click the first link you see, or head over to  www.speakupwithlaura.com to schedule a time. Let’s get you the tools to turn even your toughest meetings into wins!

For more insight, visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. New Speak Up episodes drop every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday morning.  

Speak Up coaching helps leaders refine communication, boost influence, and overcome imposter syndrome for strategic, inspiring leadership.

In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders and executives learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. 

By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.

In today’s episode you’ll discover a science-backed habit that builds trust AND likability for your leadership and executive presence  in less than 10 seconds.

In fast-paced professional environments, trust and connection can make or break your next big opportunity. If you're an ambitious introvert or a rising leader, the ability to instantly build rapport and executive presence isn't optional—it’s your competitive edge.

To set up a quick call to see if the Executive Presence Mastery System is right for you click here.

By the end of this episode, you’ll know:

🚀A surprisingly simple yet science-backed habit that boosts trust and likability in seconds.

🔑A secret to projecting executive presence that makes you instantly more likable and influential in any room.

🛠️A practical trick to master name recall, even when your brain feels like it’s juggling a million things.

Hit play now to unlock the habit that could transform your networking, elevate your leadership brand, and boost your visibility—starting today.

If your brain feels overloaded from trying to keep up with everything—and remembering names just isn’t happening anymore... the Executive Presence Mastery is for you—so you can learn proven habits (like the name strategy from this episode) to boost connection and confidence without needing to be “on” all the time.

If that sounds like what you need next, look up to the top of these show notes, click that first link, or visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. Let’s get you to that next level where your presence matches your potential.

For more information visit www.speakupwithlaura.com. Our Speak Up podcast episodes come out every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday early in the morning.

In Speak Up communication and executive presence coaching, high performing leaders and executives learn to enhance their influence and confidence, refining their communication style to increase visibility and effectiveness in promotion opportunities. 

By honing communication skills and fostering a trusted advisor mindset, aspiring executives cultivate mastery in public speaking and beat imposter syndrome. Your leadership becomes more strategic and inspiring.